From 3341a9f5a7c09868c88e7981afadcc0570c28d67 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Dave W Date: Fri, 12 Oct 2018 06:29:37 +1100 Subject: [PATCH] Update re LoRa antennae Only one LoRa antenna is needed, choose to suit the usage and region. --- gettingstarted/connection/lopy4.md | 4 ++++ 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+) diff --git a/gettingstarted/connection/lopy4.md b/gettingstarted/connection/lopy4.md index d605442..ead3062 100644 --- a/gettingstarted/connection/lopy4.md +++ b/gettingstarted/connection/lopy4.md @@ -78,6 +78,10 @@ If you intend on using the LoRa/Sigfox connectivity of the LoPy4 you **must** co ![](../../.gitbook/assets/lora_sigfox_pigtail_ant_lopy4.png) +{% hint style="danger" %} +Since the LoRa chip only runs on one frequency band at a time you only need to connect an antenna to the appropriate U.FL connecor. You should be supplied with a the antenna that suits the band you intend using. +{% endhint %} + ### WiFi/Bluetooth \(optional\) All Pycom modules, including the LoPy4, come with a on-board WiFi antenna as well as a U.FL connector for an external antenna. The external antenna is optional and only required if you need better performance or are mounting the LoPy4 in such a way that the WiFi signal is blocked. Switching between the antennas is done via software, instructions for this can be found [here.](../../firmwareapi/pycom/network/wlan.md)